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Baptists have helped shape debate about religious freedom for over 400 years – up to today’s 10 Commandments laws

By Filings on Mon, 03/02/26
Society & Culture
Church and State
Religious Liberty
Thomas Jefferson
U.S. History

“The phrase ‘separation of church and state’ dates back to a letter from Thomas Jefferson to a Baptist congregation.” - RNS

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